The Science of Waves and Surfboards

ISBN: 9781493867059

Grades:

4

Pages:

32

DESCRIPTION:

Being a great surfer requires more than skill and instinct. It's a sport that relies on science! Without buoyancy, surfers would sink. Without acceleration, they could not travel the length of a wave. Science also plays a role in how surfboards are designed. The history of surfing is a lesson of progress in science. Dive in and find out more!

Created in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, this book builds students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation. The hands-on STEAM challenge is ideal for makerspace activities, and guides students through every stage of the engineering design process. This book features:

Real-world examples provide insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems

Content that highlights every component of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and math

Career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields

Dynamic images and text features enhance the reading experience and build visual literacy

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